Honda Accord V6 vs. Civic Si?

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Edgemeister

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Hi,
I'm almost 17 and I've been driving around for quite some time now in an older Honda and I've been looking to upgrade to either a Civic Si or a Honda Accord Coupe.
Although I'm mesmerized by the Civic Si, I think it may be lacking a little bit in power and my parents are concerned with its size so they suggested the Accord Coupe.
As much as I like the stylings of the Accord, I think the base 2.4L engine is pretty underpowered and I think the 3.5L V6 is much more of a fun car.
However, the decision isn't so much up to me as it is up to my parents and I don't they're both really conservative people who don't really find cars to be fun or useful beyond the concept of transportation.

Basically, I want to know how to convince my parents that the V6 Accord Coupe is a better car than the standard 2.4L Coupe although it's way more expensive.
 
I have to disagree with the anti v6 guy down there. the J35Z3 (2008-2009 accord v6 6mt coupe) is an excellent motor. grab a v6 6spd coupe and you'll be hauling all day with great fuel economy. the i-VTEC helps give the motor a boost in efficiency and power. the base 4 cyl has 170 hp not too much. the ex 4 cyl has 200 hp pretty good but i could never resist the 272 hp v6 ;). as for the civic, the 197 horses is plenty pep for its size, they are pretty quick. my opinion= go with the Accord Six.
 
I know where your coming from wanting more power, but the V6 is a worse engine. It won't last nearly as long as the 4-banger, costs lots more, worse gas mileage, and for not that big of a power gain. You wanna be all street racery make sure you grab a MANUAL car most importantly.

But to answer the question, tell them that the 4 cyl is way too small of an engine, and your in more danger of accidents when merging.
 
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